To act as a reference centre at national level for the prevention and control of haemoglobinopathies, as well as other genetic diseases (cystic fibrosis, Gaucher disease).

To assist WHO efforts in developing policies on genetic testing, screening & counselling in the international community & especially in neighbouring countries (Balkans, North Africa, Turkey).

To provide support and collaboration for the actions set out for Member States in monitoring and evaluating, at the regional and global levels, progress in prevention and control of non communicable diseases.

Subjects:

Noncommunicable diseases other than those specifically mentioned

Types of activity:

Information dissemination

Implementation of WHO programmes and activities at country level

Training and education

WHO Outputs:

Ower: 3.1 - Advocacy and support provided to increase political, financial and technical commitment in Member States in order to tackle chronic noncommunicable diseases, mental and behavioural disorders, violence, injuries and disabilities together with visual impairment, including blindness.